FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Drury Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Drury Small Business Loans
Drury unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Drury Business Loans
What is the Larger Drury Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health questions. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application at standard company timings and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you apply during standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements that determine how much we can lend you well-being for your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess the health that is your business and the level of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the business has been operating as well as in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful company loans professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is crucial and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term “asset-based” refers to borrowing where a business owner borrows from assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.